New to zines? No problem! There are three simple folds we can do with standard-sized (11 x 17) paper:
FOLIO FOLD
Get started with this Canva folio fold template, or create your folio zine in InDesign.
This Canva design guide is a great place to start if you’re looking for page payout inspiration, and this saddle stitch booklet guide walks you through some of the basic ins and outs of layout design.
SINGLE-SHEET 8-PAGE FOLD
Get started with this Canva single-sheet 8-page fold template. This video tutorial demonstrates the fold with 3 different paper sizes (but we recommend the 11 x 17).
QUARTO OR FRENCH FOLD
Get started with this Canva quarto fold template, or create your French fold zine in InDesign.
ZINE GUIDES
Here are a few general zine guides for inspiration:
The Public’s Introduction to Zines (downloadable PDF).
The Creative Independent’s How to Make a Zine.
Purdue’s Loud on Paper Library Guide Tips for Designing Your Zine.